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Miliaria
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Miliaria, commonly known as heat rash, sweat rash, or prickly heat,[1] is a skin disease marked by small, itchy rashes due to sweat trapped under the skin by clogged sweat-gland ducts. Miliaria is a common ailment in hot and humid conditions, such as in the tropics and during the summer.[2] Although it affects people of all ages, it is especially common in children and infants due to their underdeveloped sweat glands.
"Prickly Heat" redirects here. For the UK game show, see Prickly Heat (game show).
For Roman milestone, see Miliarium.
Not to be confused with Malaria.
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Miliaria | |
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Other names | Sweat rash,[1] heat rash, prickly heat |
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Typical red spots on chest, neck, and shoulders, caused by miliaria rubra | |
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Specialty | Dermatology |
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